Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Milan is one hour behind Helsinki and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are five Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, take the 10:50 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:50 with Ryanair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your HEL to BGY flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Norwegian Air Sweden is your gateway to exploring Milan (and perhaps some other great parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Norwegian Air Sweden is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates HEL to BGY flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HEL and BGY:
Copenhagen Airport
Hamburg Airport
Tallinn Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Currently, R 739 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,478. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from HEL to BGY by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of the flights that depart from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Book a hotel near BGY if you're catching a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and discover more of Milan and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Orio al Serio International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to central Milan
Orio al Serio International Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
August is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Milan in April.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to BGY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
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Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.